Hiking to Chato Volcano's Crater Lake

My luck had held out with the volcano, and the day dawned blue with a hint of cloud pinned to the summit of Arenal.  The previous day of fishing on the lake by kayak had proved successful, with self-portraits of me holding guapote, tilapia and mojarra already sent out to my boyfriend as proof that these were more than fisherman’s tall tales.  I was ready for a physical challenge, and the little brother of Arenal, Cerro Chato, promised to provide.

Last updated: Oct 22, 2023